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Hadrian’s Wall NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE Northumbria

Lake District Durham National Park Voted the York UK’s best Leeds airport

Manchester Liverpool ENGLAND

Birmingham Norwich WALES

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Southampton

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* Transfers available from Newcastle International Airport or Newcastle Train Central Station 2 CONTENTS About us • We are an EL Gazette Centre of Excellence. Accredited by Courses 4-7 Accreditation UK (British Council and English UK), EAQUALS and the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI) Online lessons 8-9 • We are full members of International House World Organisation and IALC Teacher • Central location with excellent transport links Training 10-11 • Maximum 350 students • English for all levels A1 to C2 • 15 classrooms plus large PSP suite Accommodation 12 • 12 students per class maximum; 55 minute lessons • Extensive Personal Study Programme (PSP) facilities Young Learners 13 • Large social room with free Coffee, Tea, Wi-Fi and Pool table • Residential en-suite student accommodation 6 minutes’ walk to school Social • Junior classes maximum 15 students Programme 14 • Junior Residential and Homestay Programmes

Maps 15 Did you know? that we have a part of the medieval city wall inside the school which also was part of the Hadrian 's Wall world heritage site! Useful Information 14

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Enquiries: [email protected] 3 +44 (0)191 232 9551 COURSES (face to face - starting any Monday all year round)

General English (GE) Exams Pathway Courses • Build your confidence and prepare for real-life situations • Authorised Centre for LanguageCert and • You can take classes at all levels from complete Cambridge English Language Assessment beginner (A1) to super-advanced (C2) • Prepare for Cambridge English: B2 • Learn in dynamic classes with creative and fun First (FCE), C1 Advanced (CAE) and C2 lessons Proficiency (CPE) • Check your progress in regular tutorials • with individual support and weekly written 10 or 20 hours per week of General English assessments classes and 5 hours per week of intensive Cambridge examination preparation in PSP • 10, 15, 20, 25 or 30 hours of classes per week (CE15 / CE25) • Add Academic English, Business English and • our Personal Study Programme (PSP) Examination options available throughout the year. Take an examination when convenient for you! Academic English for IELTS (AE) • Perfect for students preparing for university in the UK and other English speaking countries Modern Languages - • Develop study techniques and learner evening courses independence • Modern Languages Courses - Spanish, • IELTS exam practice and strategies French, Italian, German and Mandarin • Assistance with IELTS applications classes - one evening per week • 10 hours of AE classroom teaching and 5 hours of AE PSP per week (AE15) • Past exam practice and speaking tests in PSP • Classes can be combined with General English (AE15 plus GE10) • Minimum level B1 (Intermediate) • Evening classes for IELTS examination preparation classes twice weekly • IELTS Pathway programme available for Study abroad opportunities available students with lower English Language levels with IH World organisation members

Enquiries: [email protected] 4 *each lesson is 55 minutes +44 (0)191 232 9551 Personal Study Programme (PSP) • Aviation English qualifications with specific focus on the ELPAC examination PSP can be combined with General English and is also a key part of the Academic and Business Students may choose to focus on: English courses. It is a great way for students to • Key skills (writing, grammar, etc.) improve on areas they find difficult as well as spend • Areas of interest (travel, sports, fashion, etc.) more time on the skills and vocabulary of their choice. • Exam preparation (for any exam e.g. IELTS, FCE, OET, Trinity, etc.) • Guided study with specially trained teachers • English for Specific Purposes (Law, Medicine, • Ratio of students to teachers typically 6:1 Aviation, Engineering etc.) • 20 minutes of individual time with the teacher • Nationality-specific needs (pronunciation, per week to practise speaking or writing spelling, etc.) • Extensive audio-visual resources • Business/Academic English specific skills • A daily journal with personalised messages to (giving presentations, CV writing, etc.) and from the teachers; a natural, authentic way What resources do we use? to improve written communication Harvard Business Publishing, International House • Group activities, discussions and pronunciation Campus, Netlanguages, Pearson 'My English Lab' , activities to improve your speaking fluency English for Special Purposes (ESP) materials (upon • Harvard qualifications in business and request), an extensive reading library, plus many professional English leading to an official more International House materials developed Harvard certificate. especially for PSP.

“The Personal Study Programme complemented my regular classes because I could choose which topics and skills I wanted to study. If I had any doubts or difficulties, the teachers were there to help. I was able to improve my vocabulary and do IELTS preparation too. Every week I loved talking one-to-one with a teacher for half an hour because I could improve my fluency and pronunciation skills (I want to sound more British!). Everyone can find something to do in PSP at all levels and achieve a lot!” Diéssica Sales, Brazil

5 English plus Internship (E+I) Harvard Business English (BE) Study Business English for 4 weeks minimum. • Prepare for international business Follow study with a placement in one of these communication options: • Interactive resources from Harvard • Working with us in administration / Business Review, including Harvard hospitality / academic support / finance / ManageMentor® marketing • International House Newcastle/ • Working for an international reputable Harvard ManageMentor® certificate for charity (Partnership with Oxfam) successful completion of each module Develop language • Access to Harvard materials post course skills in business completion (licenses permitting) contexts Topics include: The aims of the internship are to help the • Advanced Business Vocabulary student: • Budgeting • Link theory and practice through practical experience of work to complement studies • Career Management • Exercise thinking in a practical context, and • Decision Making self-development through critical reflection • Global Collaboration Additional benefits include: • Goal Setting • Personal development • Marketing Essentials • Opportunity to undertake 3 relevant Harvard • Negotiating modules leading to certification • Presentation Skills • Improving time management • Project Management • Making professional connections • Team Management • Self presentation skills • Time Management • Experience for CV/résumé • Writing Skills • Gaining career information Classes include: • Developing entrepreneurial skills • All materials and free access to business Students must be at least B2 (Upper resources during the course Intermediate) and EU passport holders • 10 hours of classroom teaching plus 5 “I was looking for a working experience hours of Business PSP per week (BE15) to put in my CV, I found a family. My internship at International House • Classes can be combined with General was not only an occasion to learn how English (BE15 plus GE10) a language school works, but also an *Students must be minimum level B1+ enriching experience that taught me (Intermediate) the value of team work and cooperation. The job was challenging, the office was always busy and all the members of the team were working hard to make “I completed two ManageMentor® sure the students had the best learning modules through the Harvard experience possible. This is what made Business Publishing software in PSP: team working so important: we were all Presentation Skills and Marketing cogs in the same mechanism and we Essentials. I found the programme had to work together, including me, the challenging but in a good way. It was last one arrived! The best thing about a very useful way of developing what working at IH was the constant dealing I had learned in class by working with students from different cultures independently and because you are and nationalities. During the many assessed, you want to succeed even social activities I could get to know more to get the certificate.” them even better, and I realised how wonderful bringing people of the world Pascal Mueller, Liechtenstein together is..” Alessandra Carraro, Italy

6 English for Aviation

Classes includes: The International Civil Aviation Organisation • Communicating effectively in voice-only (ICAO) requires that aviation industry personnel (telephone/radiotelephone) and in face-to- attain a standard of English at ICAO level 4 face situations; or above. • Communicate on work-related topics with accuracy and clarity; These ELPAC Aviation English accredited • Use appropriate communicative strategies classes will consolidate general English skills to exchange messages with a particular focus on improving listening and speaking ability in aviation industry • Recognise and resolve misunderstandings contexts. (e.g. to check, confirm, or clarify information) • Handling challenges presented by a N.B. Also take the ELPAC ICAO accredited complication or unexpected turn of events Test! • Using a dialect or accent which is intelligible Full details about the test can be found here on to the aeronautical community the EuroControl ELPAC website: http://elpac.eurocontrol.int/

“It was perfect! I had a great stay with my host family! They’re friendly, the house and food are really good and I felt Aviation happy having someone looking after me! At the school, I English had contact with people from Switzerland and also a mix of cultures, with people from everywhere. My aviation classes were really good, and I felt lucky cause my colleagues had a good background about the topics so the discussions were always very good! Simon (my teacher) did lots of research about the themes and had good explanations. The Social Programme was helpful and full of different activities. My time in Newcastle was really good, I felt like I was having a quality holiday! Coming back next year, for sure!” Pierre Perrinjaquet, Switzerland

English Activity Private 1:1 Lessons Programmes for Groups • Focus on individual requirements, e.g. in business, science, aviation, spoken fluency, We can arrange tailor-made packages for groups etc. on a 1:1 basis (a minimum of 8) to participate in English classes alongside activities such as football, Roman history, • Private attention for rapid progress golf, sailing, wine-tasting, etc. • Lessons can be combined with other Requests welcome and price on application. English classes

Enquiries: [email protected] +44 (0)191 232 9551

7 ONLINE COURSES Why are our online programmes so great?

• All levels are offered for A1 to C2 • Experience teachers qualified in online teaching • 1:1 classes integrated into the course • Regular tutorials • Placement testing before the course starts with a virtual speaking test • Students can progress to the next level as soon as they are ready. There is no set time for each level • Academic advice and extra work on demand • Personal academic and welfare advice Online General English (GE)

Option 1: Option 2: General English Online Package General English Online Group Classes • 2 hours per day of interactive group lessons in a virtual classroom • 2 hours per day of interactive group through Zoom for all levels. lessons in a virtual classroom • Students will be assigned a course through Zoom for all levels. including language input and skills at the appropriate CEFR level (A1 – C2) through NetLanguages© • Each student will be given a session of 1:1 with the teacher and regular tutorials.

Online Academic English (AE)

Option 1: Option 2: Academic English for IELTS Academic English for IELTS Preparation Online Package Preparation Online Group Classes • Students will be assigned a course including language input and skills • 2 hours per day of interactive group at the appropriate CEFR level (A1 – lessons in a virtual classroom C2) through NetLanguages© through Zoom for all levels. • Each student will be given a session of 1:1 with the teacher and regular tutorials.

Enquiries: [email protected] +44 (0)191 232 9551 8 ONLINE COURSES

Online Business English (BE)

• 2 hours per day of interactive group lessons in a virtual classroom through Zoom for all levels.

• Students will have access to using Harvard Business School® materials 10 hours per week, to improve language skills in areas such as career management, decision making, goal setting, project and crisis management, and presentation skills.

• Each student will be given a session of 1:1 with the teacher and regular tutorials.

Private One to One Online Lessons

• Private English lessons can be combined with other English courses (for students aged 16+)

• Each online class is designed around your indi- vidual needs

• Focus on areas to suit your requirements, such as business, IELTS, other exams preparation, science or aviation

• Practise specific skills as required - speaking, listening, reading or writing

Closed group online courses available upon request.

TEACHER TRAINING ONLINE

NEW FOR 2021!

ONLINE CELTA, PMP, CLIL - please see next section

Enquiries: [email protected] +44 (0)191 232 9551 9 TEACHER TRAINING

Teaching Young Learners and CELTA Teenagers – Methods and Skills • Most widely recognised TEFL/TESOL (TYLT) qualification • Two weeks intensive training programme • Designed for candidates with little or no providing the skills, resources and methodology English language teaching experience for teaching young learners and teenagers • Suitable for teachers with teaching • 40 hours of methodology input experience but little or no formal training • 10 hours of consolidation project work • Assessed teaching practice and • TKT YL Examination optional for all clients assignments regulated in accordance with Cambridge criteria DELTA • Minimum 80% attendance required for non- • Deepen understanding of the principles and assessed components practice of teaching English • Can be followed with our specialised TYLT • Examine current practices and theories course for teaching juniors • Learning and reflection applied to teaching and Applicant profile academic management roles • High level of competence in written and Full DELTA course includes: spoken English • 10 hours of teaching practice • Standard of education allowing entry to • 10 hours of observation of experienced higher education teachers • • Showing potential to become an effective written assignments (one extended) and a written examination teacher • 120 contact hours on course and circa 300 • Aged 18+ hours on reading, research and assignments • all three modules with the main focus on Module 2 Applicants should: • Have two years of full-time experience teaching • Face to face Full-time and Part-time English within the past five years CELTA courses available. • Have a wide range of teaching experience in different contexts and at different levels • Online CELTA Courses available. • Be a graduate and/or have an initial teaching qualification and a proficient level of English Please check our website for dates Selective Module Options: Individuals have the option of taking one, two or all three modules. Contact [email protected] for more details. *each lesson is 55 minutes 10 Enquiries: [email protected] +44(0)191 232 9551 CLIL (Content and Language Integrated Learning) Methodology Courses CLIL courses… …are for teachers and Erasmus+ classroom assistants who funding teach subjects through English (i.e. history, geography, etc.) to primary or secondary students (non- native English speakers). …will help you to improve your command of English for classroom management. …will give you new ideas for your own teaching context. …will develop your awareness of current trends in language teaching. TEACHER TRAINING …include Teaching Knowledge Test (TKT) in CLIL. …require a CEFR B1+ level of English. …are also suitable for English as an Additional Language teachers (EAL) who work with non-native speakers in Career Development mainstream classes. Group bookings and overseas consultancies IH World Recruitment Services recruits can be arranged. Please contact: hundreds of teachers each year to work in [email protected] IH affiliated schools. International House is unique in the world of TEFL by offering an How to apply with Erasmus international career structure to its staff. 1. Fill out the online application - you can apply for funding before being accepted onto the course. 2. You will receive confirmation of your place on the course and details of dates and fees Personal Methodology Courses (PMC) (your organisation will need to refer to this • Start any Monday, from 1 week+ information to apply for funding). • Observation of experienced IH teachers in 3. Your organisation needs to register on the preferred class levels European Commission Authentication • Feedback on observations with a teacher Service (ECAS). trainer 4. Your organisation can log into the • Personal Study Programme to focus on ECAS account and obtain the unique individual areas of interest and development Participation Code (PIC). • 10 hours of English language group classes 5. With the PIC number, the online • Personalised input on teaching methodology application for funding can be completed. in a small group setting on topics such as: * Also available online motivating language learners, CLIL, classroom management, analysis of learning styles, presentation of vocabulary and language, phonology, fluency versus accuracy, etc. • Project work based on individual needs and interests PIC: • 1:1 tutorial every week 94256641 • *Also available online

Enquiries: [email protected] +44(0)191 232 9551 11 ACCOMMODATION

Student Residence – Modern Apartments and Studios (15 minute walk to school) 15 minute En-suite self-catering cluster flat and walk to studio apartments school Shared apartments with private en-suite bathrooms - perfect for living and socialising with international students

Private Studios - lots of space and home comforts just for you! All studios have: a bedroom with an en-suite bathroom with shower, study area, a fully- fitted kitchen and dining area. Features: • City centre location • Free use of on-site gym • Free WiFi Free use of • Meet & Eat zone gym! • 24 hour security, CCTV and secure entry • Common/social room • Outdoor Courtyard • On-site laundry • Social events calendar

All bookings are managed by International House Newcastle. Please email: [email protected]

Homestay Accommodation Most English speaking hosts/host families live within 25 minutes’ travel time of the school. Regularly checked to meet standards required by the British Council, International House World Organisation and EAQUALS. Self- catering, half-board or full-board.

“Being in Newcastle has been a life experience! I planned everything in advance and for many times wasn’t sure if my English would be good enough to join groups and make new friends. When I came to the school, I met cool teachers that became good friends, they’re very patient! PSP was really useful to practise my grammar more specifically and felt challenged starting my FCE classes, it was so hard, but I learnt lots of things and I am happy I did it! I have an incredible relationship with my host family: they are kind and always leave some cookies in my room and I just received a lovely Christmas card now, felt like I got many advantages staying with them. On the street people are friendly and I made lots of friends from here, they are so friendly and nightlife is great, we have options for every day of the week!” Benjamin Theller, Switzerland 12 YOUNGER LEARNERS

1. Junior Homestay Programmes (JHP) at Newcastle Ages Available in Winter and Summer 12-17 January – February and June – August Course contents

• 15 hours of English Language classes and 10 hours of educational fun activities per week • Varied programme of activities each afternoon and 3 evenings per week such as laser tag and paintballing, etc. • Full day excursions each Saturday - day trips Care of under-18s to favourites such as Edinburgh, York, Lake • Making sure all of our students are safe and happy District and the castle of Northumbria is our priority • Classes led by YL-specialist teachers • The school meets and aims to exceed British • Homestay accommodation with a local Council guidelines as well as legal requirements family regarding Child Protection and care of under-18s • Breakfasts, lunches and dinners included • All staff are background-checked and regularly • Local travel passes trained in Safeguarding and Child Protection • Insurance • All host families are regularly inspected and background-checked • IH Newcastle works closely with external service 2. Junior Residential providers to promote its ‘Safer School’ culture Programmes at Newcastle in • The school has an emergency phone number that students can call at any time if they need Northumbria Univeristy assistance Ages 14 - 17 Same programme as Junior Homestay Programme except for accommodation*.

* Full-board residential accommodation onsite at Claude Gibbs campus in Northumbria University, Newcastle

3. Junior Residential Programmes at Durham Ages * Groups of 15 or more young learners, 8 -17 we offer transfers from Newcastle Please refer to separate brochure International, Manchester, Leeds Bradford, Edinbrugh airports! Enquiries: [email protected] +44(0)191 232 9551 13 SOCIAL PROGRAMME

There’s so much to see and do in Newcastle, you’ll be busy for your whole stay! Newcastle has been named the number one place to visit in 2018 by Rough Guides Newcastle’s Attractions Restaurants, Pubs and nightlife Newcastle is famous for its energetic social scene and Art it has something for everyone! From ultra-modern exhibitions at Baltic, to more Festivals and fun traditional pieces at The Laing, there’s something From food and music festivals to funfairs and the for all artistic tastes. Great North Run, there’s always a special event to Shopping look out for each month. The Grainger Market sells everything from clothes to meat and you can buy big bags of fruit and USEFUL Fun local vegetables for just £1! One of the largest shopping centres in Europe, the MetroCentre, is only 10 activities minutes away too! after class Theatre and culture See a play at the Theatre Royal, a concert at The Weekend Excursions Sage or an exhibition at the Great North Museum. The school also organises full-day trips every Coastline & Castles Saturday to fantastic destinations throughout Take a short trip to see our spectacular beaches INFORMATIONthe UK: Cost between £20-£30 and historical castles on the coast. Why not try • Edinburgh – see the castle and listen out for some fish and chips! To enrolbagpipes! on a course: • Parks and Jesmond Dene Book Yorkonline – orhistoric request and an pretty, application there form are byphoto A piece of the countryside within the city – the emailing:opportunities [email protected] on every corner. Dene is a must-see. • Durham – stroll along the river or visit the Adultcastle students and (16+) cathedral. may start their course on any Sport Monday (subject to availability). Please book at least • Lake District National Park – a beautiful St James’ Park is home to one of the UK’s most 1 week in advance to allow time for the enrolments area of the UK with an abundance of lakes well-known football clubs – take a tour or join the procedure. Students who require a visa will need to and mountains! cheering crowds at a match. You can also support apply earlier. • the local rugby teams at nearby Kingston Park. Hadrian’s Wall – a must-see for historians and tourists alike. Science Booking Fees • The famous castles of Northumberland Booking fees are non-refundable and cover student Pioneering scientific research is part – we have more castles than other area of of Newcastle’s heritage and future. ID/access cards, course materials, enrolment, accommodationthe UK and arrangements, the majority are and on general beautiful and visa Learn more at the Centre for Life and administration.beaches and unspoilt countrside. don’t miss the Discovery Museum.

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Enquiries: [email protected] +44(0)191 232 9551 15 Lessons INFORMATION Each lesson (teaching hour) is 55 minutes long. Our class size is 12 students maximum (8 students average). To enrol on a course: Timetable Book online or reuest an application Lessons are between 9am and 5pm, Monday to Friday. form by emailing: [email protected] The timetable will depend on your level, the course and the number of hours you have booked. Typical timetables are: 09-11am and 1-3pm, or 11am to 1pm Adult students (16+) may start their course and 3-5pm. You may choose PSP for one or two hours per day outside these times. on any Monday (subject to avaliablility). Please book at least 1 week in advance to allow for the enrolments procedure. Students will require a Junior Bookings visa will need to apply earlier. To comply with UK laws, parents or guardians must complete an application, including the parental consent statement, in full to apply.

Open All under-18s must have two -way airport transfers all year booked through the school unless suitable alternative round arrangements have been made and confirmed in writing. If you have arranged an Unaccompanied Minor Service with an airline, please consult the school 1 week prior to Booking fees: travel to confirm staff details. Booking fees are non-refundable and cover student ID/access cards, course material, Public Holidays enrolment, accommodation arrangements, and general and visa administration The school will close on UK public holidays (please note that no refund can be given for these days).

Payment Procedure Accommodation All course and accommodation fees must be paid in full during the application stage. Confirmation documents Accommodation bookings are from Sunday to Sunday, will only be sent once payment is received. unless special arrangements are requested in advance. Arrival after 2pm and departure before 10am. Extra We can accept payments by bank transfer using the nights can be arranged but please confirm availability following details: before booking your flight. Bank name: HSBC Bank address: 110 Grey Street, Visas Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 6JG International House Newcastle holds a Sponsor Account name: International House Licence for Tier 4 of the Points Based System, and is Account number: 62397536 permitted under UK Home Office rules to accept visa students for study. If you are a student from outside of Sort code: 40-34-18 the European Economic Area, you may need to apply Branch identifier code: HBUKGB4108J for a visa to enter the UK. This can be checked on the IBAN: GB86 HBUK 40341862397536 Home Office webpage. To make a transfer please use the full name of the Visa students need to supply: student plus the number of our invoice as references. You must also ensure that any banking charges 1. Course application fully completed, including a UK incurred are added to your payment. Standard UK address if accommodation has banking charges are £12 and additional charges made not been requested via the by your own bank must also be covered. Any unpaid school. bank charges must be paid before the course starts. 2. Full payment of fees or proof of We accept all major credit and debit cards. You can call government sponsorship plus +44 (0) 191 232 9551 to make a card payment or use booking fee. our secure online payments system: 3. A copy of the passport.

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Cancellation Policy Please visit https://www.ihnewcastle.com/terms- Enquiries: and-conditions [email protected] +44(0)191 232 9551

16 Wish you were here!

17 • General English • Teaching Methodology (PMC, CLIL, TYLT, TKT) • Harvard Business English • Internships • English for Academic Purposes • Aviation English

• IELTS Preparation • Online Courses

• Cambridge Examination • 1:1 Tuition Courses and Examinations • Modern Languages • Junior Homestay Programmes • Evening Classes • Junior Residential • Full time social programme Programmes • Airport Transfers • Personal Study Programmes • Cultural Courses for 50+ yrs • University Pathway Options • English Activity Programmes • Teacher Training for Groups (CELTA, DELTA)

International House Newcastle, 7-15 Gallowgate, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 4SG +44 (0) 191 232 9551 - [email protected] - www.ihnewcastle.com